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    Home » Main Dish » Chimichurri Chicken Bowls

    Published: May 25, 2021 · Modified: Oct 4, 2022 by Desarae

    Chimichurri Chicken Bowls

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    Hearty quinoa, sweet bell peppers, earthy mushrooms, fresh squash, and tender chicken are topped with a flavorful herb sauce in this Chimichurri Chicken Bowl.  

    Three white bowls scattered atop a table filled with Chimichurri chicken and veggies.

    What Is A Chicken Nourish Bowl?

    The term nourish bowl means a dish made of various greens, veggies, beans, and a healthy grain like quinoa or brown rice and the addition of a protein.

    A ¾ view Chimichurri chicken veggie bowl in white bowls.

    What Do I Need To Make Chicken Bowls?

    You'll need:

    • cooked quinoa
    • chicken
    • zucchini
    • yellow squash
    • bell pepper
    • mushrooms

    And for the chimichurri you'll need:

    • parsely
    • garlic
    • lemon
    • oil

    Pro Tip: For tips on cooking the perfect quinoa, check out our recent blog post with all of our tips.

    Chimichurri chicken ingredients.

    How Do I Make This Dish?

    1. Start by preparing your chimichurri.  Mince your onion and parsley.  Squeeze your lemon.
    2. Combine in a bowl with oil.                              Chimichurri being made.
    3. Next you are going to use your prepared chimichurri to marinate your veggies and chicken.  Use ¼ of the chimichurri to marinate      chicken and another ¼ to marinate your veggies.  Let stand in fridge for 2 hours.
    4. Grill your chicken and veggies.

    Pro Tip: When cooking chicken I've found about 18 minutes total is the perfect cooking time. Cook until just barely 160 degrees, remove from the grill, and cover them while they rest. Trap the juices in there and it'll continue to rise a few degrees. #winning

    chicken marinating in chimichurri

    How Do I Assemble My Chimichurri Chicken Bowl?

    1. In a bowl place ½ cup of cooked quinoa
    2. Add grilled squash and zucchini.
    3. Layer in grilled mushrooms
    4. Add grilled bell peppers
    5. Layer grilled chicken.
    6. Top with reserved chimichurri.
    Chimichurri chicken buddha bowl being made.

    What Is Chimichurri?

    I've had chimichurri a few times before, some better than others, and even have another recipe on the site for Chimichurri Steak Tacos. It's an herb-y condiment with Argentine origins. It's served with steak a lot, chimichurri chicken is not as common, but we love it.  Together this chimichurri chicken, veggies, and quinoa are perfection in this chicken buddha bowl.

    A close up of chimichurri chicken bowl in white bowls.

    Chimichurri Chicken Q&A

    What does chimichurri taste like?

    It has a fresh herby and tangy taste.  With fresh parsley and garlic it is a very bright and green flavor.

    How long does chimichurri last in the fridge?

    If kept in an airtight container, chimichurri lasts 2-3 weeks in the fridge.

    Can I make chimichurri ahead of time?

    Yes! It is even better if made 24-48 hours ahead.

    How do I cook quinoa?

    We have a post that gives you all the tips and tricks about cooking quinoa.

    Three white bowls lined up filled with Chimichurri chicken and veggies.

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    Three white bowls lined up filled with Chimichurri chicken and veggies.

    Chimichurri Chicken Bowl

    A healthy, colorful bowl that'll do wonders for your lunch time!
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Rate
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Argentine
    Prep Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
    Servings: 4 adult servings
    Calories: 903kcal
    Author: Kadee & Desarae

    Ingredients

    • 4 chicken breasts
    • 2 zucchini
    • 2 squash
    • 8 oz mushrooms
    • mini bell peppers
    • 2 cup cooked rice or quinoa

    chimichurri

    • 2 bunches flat-leaf parsley stems removed and leaves chopped
    • 8-10 cloves garlic minced
    • ½ cup oil canola or vegetable
    • ½ cup lemon juice

    Instructions

    • Combine ingredients for chimichurri in glass or plastic bowl.
    • Place chicken in one gallon-size bag and vegetables in another bag. Spoon enough chimichurri into each bag to coat contents and let marinate in refrigerator for about 2 hours. You should still have at least ½ c chimichurri left--refrigerate this as well.
    • Remove all bags and let come to room temperature.
    • Preheat grill to high heat, then lower to medium heat, about 400 degrees. Add chicken and veggies to grill. Remove veggies after they've slightly softened, about 10-15 minutes. Remove chicken after about 18 minutes, or 160 degrees. Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing.
    • Arrange four bowls with grain, chicken, veggies, then drizzle with remaining chimichurri.

    Notes

    Chimichurri Chicken Q&A
    What does chimichurri taste like?
    It has a fresh herby and tangy taste.  With fresh parsley and garlic it is a very bright and green flavor.
    How long does chimichurri last in the fridge?
    If kept in an airtight container, chimichurri lasts 2-3 weeks in the fridge.
    Can I make chimichurri ahead of time?
    Yes! It is even better if made 24-48 hours ahead.
    How do I cook quinoa?
    We have a post that gives you all the tips and tricks about cooking quinoa.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 903kcal | Carbohydrates: 107g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 2708mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 40135IU | Vitamin C: 113.2mg | Calcium: 252mg | Iron: 7.7mg
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    Comments

    1. Kathie says

      May 06, 2019 at 11:05 am

      This recipe looks delicious however I don't understand how nearly 2800 calories, 30 grams of fat and 1160 grams of sodium in a one cup serving can be considered healthy. Seriously that is what I eat in a 2 day period!

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      • Kadee says

        May 06, 2019 at 7:44 pm

        The nutritional info was reflecting the entire recipe - not per serving. I've updated it to reflect a serving of 1 cup of rice, 1 chicken breast, plus veggies and toppings. The recipe makes 4 servings - so now the nutritional card is accurate for one serving.

        Reply
    2. Erin V says

      October 16, 2018 at 10:12 am

      5 stars
      I am happy to slap chimichurri on just about anything - looks delishhhh!

      Reply

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